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Xabier Gardeazabal is a researcher dedicated to making technology accessible and empowering for individuals with disabilities. His work centers on two key areas: personalizing user interfaces and leveraging robotics for therapeutic play. Gardeazabal’s major contributions include demonstrating how adaptive computer interfaces can dismantle barriers for people with physical, sensory, or cognitive impairments, enabling greater social interaction and participation. He has also pioneered the use of robots for augmentative manipulation, allowing children with severe motor impairments—such as those with cerebral palsy—to engage in free play, which is critical for cognitive and physical development. His 2019 paper on personalized interfaces has garnered 4 citations, while his scoping review on robotic play (2022) and his work on play for children with cerebral palsy (2019) each hold 2 citations. Notably, his research highlights how robotic assistance can foster engagement and cognitive skills in children who otherwise face profound challenges in manipulating their environment. Gardeazabal’s work bridges human-computer interaction and assistive technology, offering practical solutions that enhance quality of life and inclusion.